LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The City of Lexington announced new measures to improve snow removal operations after recent severe winter storms. According to city officials, eight additional snowplows are being redeployed to clear neighborhood streets, while five new plows and salt spreaders have been purchased for approximately $75,000. In a move to further enhance snow-clearing efforts, the city,…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Friday! As we wrap up the workweek, another cold day awaits across central and eastern Kentucky. Here’s what to expect as we head into the weekend and beyond: Friday: A Chilly Day with Some Flurries Temperatures will struggle to climb today, with afternoon highs only reaching the mid-to-upper 20s across most of…
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The Secretary of State is partnering with business owners in the commonwealth to help put an end to ‘human trafficking’ in Kentucky. Human trafficking is a multi-billion dollar industry across the world. “Most people who are trafficked would not even recognize themselves as a trafficking victim,” said Deanna Lynn, the Executive Director of…
It was a quiet and cold start to Thursday across Central and Eastern Kentucky and it actually felt much more bearable out the door this morning as temperatures rose slightly into the low 20s during the overnight hours. This was a far cry from the sub zero readings of Wednesday morning and given the chronic Arctic air we’ve dealt with…
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BURGIN, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Burgin is a small, quiet town right outside of Harrordsburg, where neighbors are like family and crime is not common. “Never had any issues out here ever,” Joseph Latimer said. Joseph and Mariel Donovan have lived in Burgin for about four years. They moved in with Joseph’s grandfather to help care for him…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Happy Thursday! Temperatures weren’t quite as cold as what we have been dealing with for your morning hours. Actual air temperatures only fell into the upper teens and low 20s for most areas due to a southerly wind. However, this wind did make it feel much colder. Wind chill values fell to the…
LONDON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The London City Council convened multiple special meetings Monday night, just one month after a deadly police shooting that claimed the life of 63-year-old Doug Harless. According to the London Police Department, the incident occurred on December 23 when officers were serving a search warrant on Vanzant Road. Dispatch audio indicated that police were…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Lexington Police say one man was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound after a shooting on the 200 block of E New Circle Road around 6:40 p.m. on Wednesday. Officials say the victim has non-life-threatening injuries. Police do not have suspect information at this time. People with information related to this…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Arctic conditions and freezing temperatures are leading to trouble with ‘heating systems’ in central Kentucky. As a result, HVAC technicians have been in high demand. “It’s flooding in and people need their heat for sure right now,” said Joey Hernandez, a service technician with Southern Comfort Heating and Cooling. During the cold months…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW)- Smiles, hugs and laughs filled the Henry Clay High School cafeteria on January 17 as the 2005 Blue Devils boy’s basketball team reunited for the second time in ten years. The 20th anniversary of the team’s 31-4 overall season is this year and current Henry Clay head coach Daniel Brown brought everyone together. “20 years…
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We saw our coldest morning in a year across Central and Eastern Kentucky as the center of the Arctic air mass settled right over the commonwealth. Temperatures dropped below zero in many locations thanks to the combination of clear skies, light winds and a relatively fresh snowpack that added to the chill. Officially we reached -4 in Lexington early Wednesday…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson are set to headline the 2025 Railbird Music Festival, which will take place on May 31 and June 1 at The Infield at Red Mile in Lexington. According to a press release, the two-day festival will feature more than 30 artists performing across three stages. Notable acts include Riley…
WINCHESTER, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Winchester Police Department is preparing for a leadership change as Chief James Hall retires at the end of the month. According to the City of Winchester, Sergeant Travis Thompson will step into the role of police chief beginning February 1. Thompson has been with the department since 2005 and brings years of experience…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Bitter cold temperatures have caused disruptions across Central Kentucky, including burst water pipes. Bourbon N Toulouse’s Chevy Chase location was impacted earlier this week when a water pipe in the ceiling froze and burst during lunch on Monday. In a video posted on Facebook, the restaurant shared footage of the incident, showing water flooding…
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – With arctic conditions gripping the region, Lexington Emergency Management officials are offering essential tips to protect homes from burst pipes during the extreme cold. Experts recommend: Dripping water from faucets: This keeps water flowing and helps prevent freezing. Letting warm air flow to pipes: Open cabinet doors to allow warm air to circulate around…
LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – Bundle up this morning as bitterly cold, Arctic air dominates central and eastern Kentucky. Wind chills have plummeted well below zero, with actual temperatures starting the day below zero in most locations. Even with some afternoon sunshine, highs today will struggle to climb into the low to mid-20s. Arctic Chill Persists Today High…